My menopause happened at 54. A few heavy periods and some hot flashes, possibly due to not taking evening primrose oil during a two week holiday.

Compared to some women, think I was lucky. No HRT and don't take any natural supplements. Certainly a different experience to my mother and aunt (her sister).

Not wishing to make light of anyone's problems, we are all different and cannot assume our experiences will be the same as other female relatives.